As western countries look for alternate sources of oil, British PM Boris Johnson will travel to Saudi as part of his drive to help lessen the west dependency on Russia.

Saudi, UAE now key players in stabilising oil markets

It is day 21 of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Kyiv is under curfew as Russian forces targeting residential areas. Watch this report.

Kyiv under lockdown: Russian forces target residential areas

US President Joe Biden will be making his very first visit to Europe since Russia invaded into Ukraine. This will be a summit to assess where NATO stands at this point.

Ukraine-Russia conflict: Joe Biden to visit Europe next week to assert 'Iron-clad' commitment

Recent attack in Kyiv killed 2 journalists working for Fox News network. They were killed after incoming fire hit their vehicle.

Ukraine under attack: Veteran Journalist working for Fox News killed while reporting near Kyiv

Amid Russia-Ukraine conflict, Ukrainian President Zelensky said that his country must accept that it will not become a member of the NATO.

Russia-Ukraine War Update: Zelensky says, 'Ukraine must accept it won't join NATO'

Talks between Ukraine and Russia continue even as Russian forces continue to bombard Ukrainian cities and on an optimistic note President Zelenskyy said that peace talks were sounding more realistic but there was still more time needed for a breakthrough.

Zelenskyy: Russia-Ukraine Peace talks 'sound realistic'

The United Nations (UN) said on Wednesday that $4.3bn is the amount that the organisation will need to address Yemen’s food shortages this year. The UN believes that around 161,000 people are likely to experience famine in 2022 and they called it “the world's worst humanitarian crisis”.

Ahead of a high-level pledging conference which will be co-hosted by Sweden and Switzerland, the UN said that three out of four Yemenis will depend on food assistance in 2022 and it hopes that the participating nations will be able to pledge the necessary amount for the aid of the war-torn nation.

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“As of now, funding is drying up and agencies are stopping their work in Yemen,” UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs Martin Griffiths told Al-Jazeera. “We need to replenish the food pipeline, provide shelter and send a message to Yemenis that we do not forget them.”

According to an Associated Press report, at the beginning of the year, the UN’s World Food Programme (WFP) was forced to reduce food rations for eight million people due to a funding shortage, with households receiving barely half of the WFP standard daily minimum food basket.

The report also stated that last year's conference raised only $1.7bn for Yemen after&nbsp;the UN asked for $3.85bn.

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The war in Yemen started back in 2014 when the Iran-backed Houthi rebels captured a major part of the country’s northern region&nbsp;including capital Sanaa. Months later, an US-backed coalition led by Saudi Arabia intervened in order to defeat the rebels and restore the recognised government.

The situation in Yemen has been&nbsp;grim for quite some time and it seems that the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis may end up making things worse. Ukraine supplies around 40 per cent of Yemen’s grains and with the country under attack, the supplies may stop for the time being.

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The United Nations (UN) said on Wednesday that $4.3bn is the amount that the organisation will need to address Yemen’s food shortages this year. The UN believes that around 161,000 people are likely to experience famine in 2022 and they called it “the world's worst humanitarian crisis”.

The United Nations (UN) said on Wednesday that $4.3bn is the amount that the organisation will need to address Yemen’s food shortages this year. The UN believes that around 161,000 people are likely to experience famine in 2022 and they called it “the world's worst humanitarian crisis”. Ahead of a high-level pledging conference which will be co-hosted by Sweden and Switzerland, the UN said that three out of four Yemenis will depend on food assistance in 2022 and it hopes that the participating nations will be able to pledge the necessary amount for the aid of the war-torn nation. Also read | Joe Biden to announce $800 million in new security aid to Ukraine “As of now, funding is drying up and agencies are stopping their work in Yemen,” UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs Martin Griffiths told Al-Jazeera. “We need to replenish the food pipeline, provide shelter and send a message to Yemenis that we do not forget them.” According to an Associated Press report, at the beginning of the year, the UN’s World Food Programme (WFP) was forced to reduce food rations for eight million people due to a funding shortage, with households receiving barely half of the WFP standard daily minimum food basket. The report also stated that last year's conference raised only $1.7bn for Yemen after the UN asked for $3.85bn. Also read | In 20 days, 2.8 million people have fled Ukraine The war in Yemen started back in 2014 when the Iran-backed Houthi rebels captured a major part of the country’s northern region including capital Sanaa. Months later, an US-backed coalition led by Saudi Arabia intervened in order to defeat the rebels and restore the recognised government. The situation in Yemen has been grim for quite some time and it seems that the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis may end up making things worse. Ukraine supplies around 40 per cent of Yemen’s grains and with the country under attack, the supplies may stop for the time being. (With agency inputs)

$4.3bn needed to prevent Yemen hunger crisis, says UN

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on Tuesday (March 15) said that India's oil purchases from Russia would not violate any of the sanctions imposed by the United States on that country.&nbsp;

Recently, reports emerged that India was planning to buy "discounted crude oil" from Russia. On being asked about the same during her briefing, Psaki said, "Our message to any country continues to be that obviously abide by the sanctions that we have put in place and recommended."&nbsp;

The White House Press Secretary further added, "I don't believe this would be violating that." However, she made a moral appeal to cut off petroleum commerce with Russia.&nbsp;

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She said, "Think about where you want to stand when the history books are written. In this moment in time any support for Russia, the Russian leadership, is support for an invasion that obviously is having a devastating impact".&nbsp;

US President Joe Biden has stopped the import of oil, gas and coal to the US from Russia but there's no ban on other countries to import from Russia. As reports have mentioned that NATO allies of the US continue to import Russian gas and petroleum.&nbsp;

Amid rising oil prices, India's Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has said as quoted by news agencies that "discussions are underway" for buying oil from Russia. He added that "there are several issues to be gone into like how much oil is available", as well as payment for it and transportation.&nbsp;

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Oil&nbsp;prices rose as much as $3 on Wednesday, bouncing back after earlier declines.&nbsp;

The Indian rupee firmed on Wednesday, tracking gains in emerging market assets on the back of weak global crude&nbsp;oil&nbsp;prices.&nbsp;

Most emerging Asian stock markets advanced, buoyed by a fall in China's COVID-19 cases and hopes of progress in Russian-Ukraine peace talks.

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White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on Tuesday (March 15) said that India's oil purchases from Russia would not violate any of the sanctions imposed by the United States on that country.

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on Tuesday (March 15) said that India's oil purchases from Russia would not violate any of the sanctions imposed by the United States on that country. Recently, reports emerged that India was planning to buy "discounted crude oil" from Russia. On being asked about the same during her briefing, Psaki said, "Our message to any country continues to be that obviously abide by the sanctions that we have put in place and recommended." The White House Press Secretary further added, "I don't believe this would be violating that." However, she made a moral appeal to cut off petroleum commerce with Russia. ALSO READ | Fox News veteran war-zone photographer, Ukrainian journalist killed in Ukraine She said, "Think about where you want to stand when the history books are written. In this moment in time any support for Russia, the Russian leadership, is support for an invasion that obviously is having a devastating impact". US President Joe Biden has stopped the import of oil, gas and coal to the US from Russia but there's no ban on other countries to import from Russia. As reports have mentioned that NATO allies of the US continue to import Russian gas and petroleum. Amid rising oil prices, India's Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has said as quoted by news agencies that "discussions are underway" for buying oil from Russia. He added that "there are several issues to be gone into like how much oil is available", as well as payment for it and transportation. ALSO READ | Russia-Ukraine conflict: Joe Biden to announce $800 million in new security aid to Ukraine Oil prices rose as much as $3 on Wednesday, bouncing back after earlier declines. The Indian rupee firmed on Wednesday, tracking gains in emerging market assets on the back of weak global crude oil prices. Most emerging Asian stock markets advanced, buoyed by a fall in China's COVID-19 cases and hopes of progress in Russian-Ukraine peace talks. WATCH | Ukraine war: Russia quits council of Europe before vote on expulsion × (With inputs from agencies)

US reacts to reports that India planning to take up Russian discounted oil offer

An auto shop in Kyiv used to repair cars. It is now converting Russian weapons for Ukrainian soldiers. These weapons can be used to Ukrainian troops on ground.

From repairing cars to converting Russian guns, this auto shop in Kyiv is helping Ukrainians

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, here’s a look at the number of people leaving Ukraine. Over 2 million people have fled Ukraine to neighbouring countries.

Ukraine | Refugees of war: What do the numbers say

Now Russia has quit the council of Europe which is the continent's leading human rights watchdog. This came up when the country was expecting expulsion as it continues its invasion of Ukraine.

Ukraine war: Russia quits council of Europe before vote on expulsion

Babies are now stuck in a war zone as war in Ukraine has prevented biological parents from claiming their babies.

Surrogacy industry in Ukraine hit by war, citizenship of newborn babies unclear

Potential invasion has plunged Europe's far right into an identity crisis they are struggling to justify their loyalty to Putin. With the public's overwhelming solidarity with Kyiv from Germany to France to Italy the far right has now condemned the assault openly denouncing the violence in Ukraine.

Europe's far-right denounces Russia-Ukraine war but blames West

Finlandization it is a cold war era term that refers to Finland's strict neutrality during the cold war. The origin of this is enshrined in a 1948 treaty with Moscow this was when tensions between the soviet union and the west were at an all-time high.

Finland govt mulls joining NATO | Finland's envoy to India speaks to WION

It has been nearly three weeks since Russia invaded Ukraine. The West has congratulated itself for the sanctions imposed on Moscow but these countries' leaders are also scratching their heads what will their actions accomplish and what exactly is Vladimir Putin's endgame in Ukraine.

Does Putin really wants to stop the war? | Russia-Ukraine tension continues

Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war which has led to energy crisis and as India leads the world in green transition, how is this instability going to impact our journey? India's minister of road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari answers questions on WION's climate summit.

How is Russia-Ukraine crisis affecting India's journey? Nitin Gadkari answers

Russia said it will disable Ukraine's 'military-industrial complex'. Hours after this warning was issued, an aircraft plant in Kyiv was attacked. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Russia goes after Ukraine's arms factories

While reporting on Russia-Ukraine conflict, Anas Mallick's live broadcast gets interrupted by a rocket strike on Ukraine's capital Kyiv. Coincidentally, he was responding to a question on the perils of war reporting. Palki Sharma brings in more.

Gravitas: Rockets fired during WION broadcast

Ukraine's state-owned grid operator, Ukrenergo informed on Monday (March 14) that the Chernobyl nuclear power station has once again lost its electricity supply after external power supplies to the plant were damaged again.&nbsp;

It has been further revealed that the power station, the site of the world's worst nuclear disaster in 1986, was relying on electricity from diesel generators.&nbsp;

Ukrenergo chief Volodymyr Kudrytskiy on national television said that the nearby town of Slavutych was without power for the same reason.&nbsp;

Ukrenergo said on Facebook, "The power line that supplies the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Station and the town of Slavutych was damaged by the occupying forces."&nbsp;

On February 24, Russian forces seized the defunct Chernobyl plant. After that, the Russian forces had attacked and seized Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia NPP, which is Europe's largest nuclear power plant, on March 4.&nbsp;

The retired Chernobyl nuclear reactors lost power early last week but supply was restored Sunday.&nbsp;

The electricity supply to the power station is extremely vital as it is needed to power security systems including the cooling systems for the spent nuclear fuel storage facility.&nbsp;

Ukrenergo said the power line had been damaged again "before the power supply had been fully restored" and that one of its repair crews will be going into "occupied territory" again for more repairs.&nbsp;

The operator added that Chernobyl "cannot be left without a reliable energy supply" and the residents of the nearby town of Slavutych "depend" on it for electricity.&nbsp;

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Ukraine's state-owned grid operator, Ukrenergo informed on Monday (March 14) that the Chernobyl nuclear power station has once again lost its electricity supply after external power supplies to the plant were damaged again.

Ukraine's state-owned grid operator, Ukrenergo informed on Monday (March 14) that the Chernobyl nuclear power station has once again lost its electricity supply after external power supplies to the plant were damaged again. It has been further revealed that the power station, the site of the world's worst nuclear disaster in 1986, was relying on electricity from diesel generators. Ukrenergo chief Volodymyr Kudrytskiy on national television said that the nearby town of Slavutych was without power for the same reason. Ukrenergo said on Facebook, "The power line that supplies the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Station and the town of Slavutych was damaged by the occupying forces." On February 24, Russian forces seized the defunct Chernobyl plant. After that, the Russian forces had attacked and seized Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia NPP, which is Europe's largest nuclear power plant, on March 4. The retired Chernobyl nuclear reactors lost power early last week but supply was restored Sunday. The electricity supply to the power station is extremely vital as it is needed to power security systems including the cooling systems for the spent nuclear fuel storage facility. Ukrenergo said the power line had been damaged again "before the power supply had been fully restored" and that one of its repair crews will be going into "occupied territory" again for more repairs. The operator added that Chernobyl "cannot be left without a reliable energy supply" and the residents of the nearby town of Slavutych "depend" on it for electricity. WATCH | 'China to face consequences if it helps Russia,' US issues stern warning ×

Russia-Ukraine conflict: Chernobyl nuclear plant loses power again

The United States has issued a stern warning to China saying that it will face harsh consequences if it helps Russia evade west imposed sanctions.

US warns China not to help Russia, raises concern over China's support

Volodymyr Zelensky will deliver a virtual address to the US Congress on Wednesday to drum up the support for Ukraine.

Ukraine-Russia Conflict: Zelensky to address US Congress to drum up support

It is day 20 of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Armies of both countries have been involved in intense fights since Russian troops entered Ukraine.

Day 20 of the Russian invasion of Ukraine: Kremlin warns Russian can take 'full control'

In the last 5 years, global arms trade shrank 5%. But Europe's weapons imports surged 19%. Is America laying the groundwork for an insurgency in Ukraine? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: US turning Ukraine into the next Afghanistan?

Reporting from the frontlines of a conflict is the most challenging assignment a journalist can take. WION's Anas Mallick has been in Ukraine for over a week. He tells Palki Sharma about the challenges journalists have to deal with.

Gravitas: Rocket attack during WION's broadcast

Russia and Ukraine held the fourth round of peace talks amid an escalation on the ground. Both sides signalled optimism before the negotiations began. After 19 days of fighting, is diplomacy pulling through? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Ukraine, Russia optimistic about round 4 of talks

At least 20 people have been killed and dozens were injured after a missile attack in the Donetsk.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Cluster charge explodes in the centre of Donetsk

There is no end to the relentless shelling by Russia. At least two people died after Russia shelled the Antonov aircraft factory in Kyiv.

Russia Ukraine crisis: Residential buildings hit by artillery firing in Oblon

Topping the Eurovision leaderboard is a dream for many international music acts but for Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra, the glitz of the song contest seems a long way off. 
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Operating out of western Ukraine, lead singer Oleh Psiuk has traded the stage to run a 20-strong volunteer group, supplying medicines and helping people flee the war. One of his band members is serving in the territorial defence unit.

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On Monday, betting aggregate site Oddschecker put the group a firm favourite to win this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, but Psiuk is not ready to celebrate. "I cannot enjoy it while I am worried for my loved ones. The war separated me and my girlfriend. She is 300kms (186 miles)away from me. We cannot meet because it is very dangerous," he told Reuters. 
 
"She sits in a bunker while I am here and air raid sirens are constantly on." He said his girlfriend has been making Molotov cocktails as part of defence efforts. 
 
The band members are rehearsing separately, but plan to meet soon in Lviv to practise their entry "Stefania", which Psiuk said had become an anthem for Ukrainians during the war. 
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"No matter under what circumstance we will go to the Eurovision, I will try to be useful for Ukraine. Even if it (war) is all over in the nearest future, it won’t be easy anyway because we will need a lot of time to rebuild. The country is in ruins," he said. 
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The Eurovision final, one of the world`s largest televised events, takes place in Turin, Italy on May 14. 
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If Kalush Orchestra win, Ukraine will earn the right to host the 2023 contest. The country won Eurovision in 2016, when Crimean Tatar Susana Jamaladinova of Ukraine, known as Jamala, triumphed with a song about former Soviet leader Joseph Stalin`s deportation of hundreds of thousands of people from her Black Sea homeland, two years after Russia annexed the territory. 
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The following year, host Ukraine barred Russia from taking part. Russia has also been banned from the 2022 contest, after Ukraine and European public broadcasters called for them to be expelled. 
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tensions with Russia had cast a shadow over Ukraine’s 2022 entry even before Moscow launched what it describes as a "special operation" to demilitarise its neighbour. Kalush Orchestra replaced Ukraine’s original act, Alina Pash, after a row about her 2015 visit to Crimea. 
 
For Psiuk, Kalush Orchestra’s Eurovision fame is an opportunity to spread awareness. 
 
"If you think it will not happen to your country, there are no guarantees for that. We also thought that it would not happen to us. That is why let’s stop it as soon as possible," he said. 
 
"We want peace to finally come to Ukraine.”

Topping the Eurovision leaderboard is a dream for many international music acts but for Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra, the glitz of the song contest seems a long way off.

Topping the Eurovision leaderboard is a dream for many international music acts but for Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra, the glitz of the song contest seems a long way off. Operating out of western Ukraine, lead singer Oleh Psiuk has traded the stage to run a 20-strong volunteer group, supplying medicines and helping people flee the war. One of his band members is serving in the territorial defence unit. Benedict Cumberbatch says he hopes to house Ukrainian refugees On Monday, betting aggregate site Oddschecker put the group a firm favourite to win this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, but Psiuk is not ready to celebrate. "I cannot enjoy it while I am worried for my loved ones. The war separated me and my girlfriend. She is 300kms (186 miles)away from me. We cannot meet because it is very dangerous," he told Reuters. "She sits in a bunker while I am here and air raid sirens are constantly on." He said his girlfriend has been making Molotov cocktails as part of defence efforts. The band members are rehearsing separately, but plan to meet soon in Lviv to practise their entry "Stefania", which Psiuk said had become an anthem for Ukrainians during the war. "No matter under what circumstance we will go to the Eurovision, I will try to be useful for Ukraine. Even if it (war) is all over in the nearest future, it won’t be easy anyway because we will need a lot of time to rebuild. The country is in ruins," he said. The Eurovision final, one of the world`s largest televised events, takes place in Turin, Italy on May 14. If Kalush Orchestra win, Ukraine will earn the right to host the 2023 contest. The country won Eurovision in 2016, when Crimean Tatar Susana Jamaladinova of Ukraine, known as Jamala, triumphed with a song about former Soviet leader Joseph Stalin`s deportation of hundreds of thousands of people from her Black Sea homeland, two years after Russia annexed the territory. The following year, host Ukraine barred Russia from taking part. Russia has also been banned from the 2022 contest, after Ukraine and European public broadcasters called for them to be expelled. Tensions with Russia had cast a shadow over Ukraine’s 2022 entry even before Moscow launched what it describes as a "special operation" to demilitarise its neighbour. Kalush Orchestra replaced Ukraine’s original act, Alina Pash, after a row about her 2015 visit to Crimea. For Psiuk, Kalush Orchestra’s Eurovision fame is an opportunity to spread awareness. "If you think it will not happen to your country, there are no guarantees for that. We also thought that it would not happen to us. That is why let’s stop it as soon as possible," he said. "We want peace to finally come to Ukraine.”

Eurovision favourites, Ukraine's Kalush Orchestra join war effort

A live news bulletin was interrupted in Russia by an anti-war protester who held up a sign behind the presenter denouncing Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

An anti-war protester disrupts live bulletin, sign says 'Stop the war they are lying'

The European union has now adopted a fourth package of sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.

New curbs to further isolate Russia, EU adopts 4th package of sanctions

Boris administration is facing criticism that they're not doing enough to help the refugees fleeing Ukraine. UK has now launched its homes for Ukraine program for Britons.

Russia Ukraine Crisis: UK launches refugee programme

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